John Keith Lossman

Keith Lossman, 64, passed away on September 19, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of memories, friendships, laughter, love of music, and stories that will undoubtedly continue to be told for years to come.

To say Keith had a big personality would be an understatement. He had a huge heart, an unforgettable sense of humor, and what one longtime friend perfectly described as a “1000-watt smile.” 

He was charismatic, adventurous, and one of those people whose presence became part of the memories of everyone around him.

For those fortunate enough to grow up with Keith, he was simply part of the fabric of childhood. His friends remember endless days at the pool, riding bikes, building forts, climbing trees, listening to records, and summer nights spent catching fireflies. They were the kind of carefree days filled with friendship, laughter, and adventure—and Keith was right in the middle of them.

As childhood gave way to high school, the adventures continued. One friend fondly described those years as their own version of That ’70s Show—riding around in the Pinto or a VW Bug with Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin and Van Halen playing as loudly as the speakers could manage.

Music was always part of Keith’s life. From listening to Chicago and the Eagles on 45s in the basement as a kid to the rock music of his teenage years and beyond, there always seemed to be a soundtrack playing somewhere in the background.

Keith’s working life was as varied and interesting as the man himself. Over the years, he worked as an electrician and even spent time working on oil rigs—careers that suited his hands-on nature and willingness to take on an adventure. But his love of food and cooking continually drew him to the restaurant world. He spent time in the kitchens of a number of wonderful restaurants, working as a chef and in other roles, where his creativity, personality, and appreciation for good food found a natural home.

Behind that larger-than-life personality was also a man who loved deeply. Keith loved his daughter, Andrea Smith, and took great pride in the life and family she built with her husband, Matthew, and their three children. Though life did not always allow him to be as present as he would have wished, his love for them remained an important part of who he was.

He was a father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend, and each of those relationships was part of the story of his life.

Keith is survived by his father, John Lossman, and his sisters, Kris Lossman and Kimberley Fillenworth, along with extended family and an extraordinary collection of friends whose lives intersected with his over more than six decades.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Beverley G. Lossman, who passed away in 2001.Perhaps the greatest testament to Keith’s life can be found in the memories people have shared since his passing.They remember things that happened five, ten, twenty, even fifty years ago as though they happened yesterday. 

They remember his smile, the music, the food, the laughter, and the adventures. Most of all, they remember how it felt to be with Keith.

One childhood friend shared a particularly beautiful thought after hearing of his passing: perhaps heaven is like those long-ago days—the freedom, fun and laughter of childhood, with all the people and places we loved waiting for us again. We hope so.

Keith will be deeply missed, but he will certainly never be forgotten. He leaves behind something that cannot be measured simply in years—a lifetime of stories and memories carried forward by the people who loved him.

Rest easy, Keith. Turn the music up, find the old crew, and "fly like an eagle". We love you.